Hey CKPs!
It really was great to think with ya'll yesterday and it was fun to hear how you all have processed through some ideas about leadership to craft a definition through your own lens. Since your Philosophy of Leadership (POL) statements were so meaty, I know we'd each enjoy the chance to read them again. Thanks for all who are willing to share by posting them here!
If anyone has questions or comments about anything we talk about in our time together feel free to send me an email.
Y'all have a fantastic week!
Here is an article by John Mayer (not that one) whom I mentioned in class today as one of the early social psychologists that developed theories of multiple intelligences. You might enjoy reading this in your free time ;).
https://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/201403/know-thyself
See you the 24th!
Jodi
I’ll start my leadership philosophy with these thoughts in mind: I expect my leadership philosophy to change by the end of this class based on new knowledge, influence, and experience; and while “It’s ok to not have the same philosophy as someone else because there is no cookie-cutter archetype of the ‘perfect’ leader” (Kevin Cashman) I will borrow pieces of other’s philosophies as they appeal to me.
ReplyDeleteI hope I’ll never stop growing in wisdom and maturity, therefore my leadership skills will become more fine-tuned and well-rounded.
I need to understand that all of our perspectives will change based on experiences and the world around us. People are so complex in their own right, and few people think like I do. I’ll take that into consideration. The team I’m leading or influencing will have a different perspective, background, different strengths than me, and different weakness than me.
I must be flexible enough to change my thoughts and ideas, but strong enough to stand firm against other’s opinions and other influences.
Our own leadership philosophy stems from an internal source (our values, principles, life experiences, essence) Kevin Cashman
I’ll listen to what people tell me and hear it. I’ll take that into consideration when dealing with them.
I’ll know when to speak and how to speak. I never want to do damage in the heat of the moment. That’ll damage my ability to lead/motivate/inspire that person in the future.
Leadership is not a selfish role. It’s about motivating others to “dream more, learn more, do more and become more”. (John Quincy Adams)
I’ll set the example of what I expect by performing that way myself. I won’t ask anyone to do anything I wouldn’t do.
I always want to have a positive attitude. It’s easier to find the negative, so I’ll challenge myself to always find the positive and share a positive influence.
"Leading is about bringing the best out in others by living a life that is worthy of imitation. Others should look at your words, actions and how you carry yourself as inspiration. Leadership is also teh mindset that it isn't about "you", nor has it ever been, but about the team and how you can serve them best. Finally it's about being able to look in the mirror and say "yeah I'd follow that guy"."
ReplyDelete- JD
A leader can be many things. For me a leader is a positive, enthusiastic person, who challenges their employees to go further. To think outside the box. To find new creative ways to do tasks.
ReplyDeleteA leader is one who doesn't just manage their department, but one who truly cares for their employee's lives, inside and outside of the office.
A leader is knowledgeable in all aspects of their department, and knows each task thoroughly. They do not ask their employee to do a task that they are not willing to do themselves.
A leader builds on their employee's skills. Finding the right role for each employee, that allows them to utilize their strengths.
A leader is just that, they are a leader, a coach, a mentor. \
Amanda Smith